The present invention relates to a method for producing a composite part comprising a textured skin and a rigid or foam substrate layer, in particular a composite automotive trim part. The method comprises the steps of spraying or casting an aqueous thermoplastic dispersion onto a rigid or foam substrate composite followed by forming the composite into a composite part comprising a textured skin and a rigid or foam substrate layer. Preferably, the dispersion is derived from the extrusion melt blending of thermoplastic polymer, a dispersing agent, and water.

The present invention relates to a method for producing a composite part comprising a textured skin and a rigid or foam substrate layer, in particular a composite automotive trim part. The method comprises the steps of spraying or casting an aqueous thermoplastic dispersion onto a rigid or foam substrate composite followed by forming the composite into a composite part comprising a textured skin and a rigid or foam substrate layer. Preferably, the dispersion is derived from the extrusion melt blending of thermoplastic polymer, a dispersing agent, and water.

3D fabrics have multiple layers including an outer dimensional layer of traditional fabric and a liner layer integrated with outer layer. The 3D fabrics have variable depth, typically ranging from between about 0.25 inches to about 2.0 inches. The 3D fabrics are produced from a molding process that creates the outer dimensional layer while adhering it to the liner layer. The 3D fabrics have unique visual properties which make them desirable for a variety of applications.

3D fabrics have multiple layers including an outer dimensional layer of traditional fabric and a liner layer integrated with outer layer. The 3D fabrics have variable depth, typically ranging from between about 0.25 inches to about 2.0 inches. The 3D fabrics are produced from a molding process that creates the outer dimensional layer while adhering it to the liner layer. The 3D fabrics have unique visual properties which make them desirable for a variety of applications.

The present application is directed to a container (20) for holding paint. The container comprises at least two fluid ports (23, 40). The container has a body that is shape self supporting and is a non-rigid construction. At least one fluid port is a separate part (40) from the body of the container.

The present application is directed to a container (20) for holding paint. The container comprises at least two fluid ports (23, 40). The container has a body that is shape self supporting and is a non-rigid construction. At least one fluid port is a separate part (40) from the body of the container.

The invention relates to a fluid delivery assembly (1) for a spray gun, the assembly comprising a container (20) for holding paint. The container is self-supporting and configured to collapse as fluid is dispensed via the spray gun, wherein the container comprises at least one vent (26). The invention further relates to a spray gun including such fluid delivery assembly, a method of forming the container and a thermo/vacuum forming tool to be used in such method.

The invention relates to a fluid delivery assembly (1) for a spray gun, the assembly comprising a container (20) for holding paint. The container is self-supporting and configured to collapse as fluid is dispensed via the spray gun, wherein the container comprises at least one vent (26). The invention further relates to a spray gun including such fluid delivery assembly, a method of forming the container and a thermo/vacuum forming tool to be used in such method.

A fluid chamber (20) for a shoe may be formed using pressure channels (190) in a forming mold (100A), eliminating the need to insert a nozzle or needles into the chamber for inflation. A fluid chamber so formed may have a smaller seal area than a chamber formed using an inflation needle, making the chamber more visually pleasing. Apparatus and methods for forming a fluid chamber in this fashion are disclosed.

A fluid chamber (20) for a shoe may be formed using pressure channels (190) in a forming mold (100A), eliminating the need to insert a nozzle or needles into the chamber for inflation. A fluid chamber so formed may have a smaller seal area than a chamber formed using an inflation needle, making the chamber more visually pleasing. Apparatus and methods for forming a fluid chamber in this fashion are disclosed.